as in gadget
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
manufacturers of all kinds of widgets for the do-it-yourselfer
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Recent Examples of widget
As of my writing, the only dedicated chat widget is for Twitch Chat.
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Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2025
One way is via iCUE's widget support.
—Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2025
Apple users will soon be able to access any widgets from installed apps via their vehicle's infotainment system.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2025
At some point, the benefit of adding another worker or widget is outweighed by the cost.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Aug. 2025
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Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2025
One way is via iCUE's widget support.
—Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2025
Apple users will soon be able to access any widgets from installed apps via their vehicle's infotainment system.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2025
At some point, the benefit of adding another worker or widget is outweighed by the cost.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for widget
gadget
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The iconic items fit well in this book given how many Avengers don’t feel complete without a gadget or mystical item to carry into battle.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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The Arts District Market This store will sell a variety of travel necessities, including tech gadgets and small items.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Widget.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/widget. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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